Misery
The Beatles
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The world is treating me bad Misery I'm the kind of guy, Who never used to cry, The world is treatin' me bad Misery I've lost her now for sure, I won't see her no more, It's gonna be a drag Misery I'll remember all the little things we've done Can't she see she'll always be the only one, only one Send her back to me, 'Cause everyone can see Without her I will be in misery I'll remember all the little things we've done She'll remember and she'll miss her only one, lonely one Send her back to me, 'Cause everyone can see, Without her I will be in misery (oh oh oh) In misery (ooh ee ooh ooh) My misery (la la la la la la)
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Album Inclusion"Misery" was featured in The Beatles' debut studio album "Please Please Me," which was released on 22 March 1963.
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SongwritersIt was penned by the legendary songwriting duo John Lennon and Paul McCartney, marking one of their earliest collaborations.
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InspirationOne of the few songs by The Beatles featuring a melodramatically emotional topic, "Misery" was inspired by the duo's younger, gloomier days.
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First-of-its-kindAt the time of its recording, it was the first song Lennon and McCartney had specifically written for another artist, as it was originally intended for British singer and actress Helen Shapiro. However, her manager turned down the offer.
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International versionsThe song was also covered by a number of artists worldwide, notably by popular Belgian singer, Adamo, who composed a French version of "Misery" in 1964.
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Rarity of Live PerformanceDespite being on their debut album, The Beatles rarely performed the song live.
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Recording Session"Misery" was recorded in a total of 11 takes on February 11, 1963, during a 13-hour recording session in which most of the "Please Please Me" album was recorded.
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Key and TempoThe song, written in the key of A major, strikes a balance between being a brisk ballad and an energetic rock and roll tune, which was an essential element of The Beatles' early sound.
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Song StructureFollowing a traditional verse-chorus pattern, the tune alternates between the catchy hook of the chorus and a contrasting, somewhat bluesy, verse melody.
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Stature within The Beatles' DiscographyAlthough not one of their biggest hits, "Misery" holds a special place in The Beatles' discography for its gloomy yet relatable attitude, capturing the quintessential youthful energy of their early work.
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